Patrick Mahomes has his sights set on making NFL history with a Chiefs three-peat, a feat no team has achieved. Heading into his eighth season, Mahomes faces a season stacked with challenges, as key players on offense struggle with injuries. But the star QB isn’t fazed—he’s fueled by the legacy of legends like Tiger Woods, hoping to lead Kansas City to a place in the record books. “A third straight title would be legendary,” Mahomes declared, drawing inspiration from Woods’ focus and consistency that led to his decades-long dominance in golf.
In a recent chat on “The Drive” on 610 Sports Radio, Mahomes admitted his admiration for Woods’ career and relentless drive. When asked if he’d prefer to play Augusta National or join Woods at Pebble Beach, Mahomes didn’t hesitate: “I’d play with Tiger because I haven’t played with him yet.” He added, “I want to ask him about some of the stuff he did, how he dominated for so long.” His fascination with Woods is clear, even mentioning that every shot at Augusta reminds him of the legends who played before him. Like Woods, Mahomes strives for mastery, determined to elevate his game and his team to dynasty status.
Yet, not everyone believes Mahomes is poised for greatness on the level of Woods or Brady. Analyst Jason Whitlock remains unconvinced, stating that Mahomes lacks the intensity and competition that Brady thrived on. Whitlock argued, “Mahomes is a super-talented guy, but he doesn’t have Brady’s drive or a rival to push him.” For Whitlock, Brady’s career rivalry with Peyton Manning fueled his drive; Mahomes, he claims, has yet to face a worthy peer. The absence of former Chiefs receiver Tyreek Hill and ongoing distractions involving Travis Kelce haven’t helped, either.
But despite the doubts, Mahomes remains unshaken. The Chiefs QB continues to show he’s capable of chasing records with the same fierce focus that made Tiger Woods a household name. Shannon Sharpe even likened Mahomes to Woods in his prime, but the question lingers: will Mahomes rise to the challenge and cement the Chiefs’ dynasty, or are the doubters right? The season will reveal if Mahomes has what it takes to follow in the footsteps of true legends.
